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Teach in New Zealand – Overseas-Trained Teachers (Up to NZ$10,000 Relocation Grant)

New Zealand's Ministry of Education pays overseas-trained teachers back for moving costs, up to NZ$10,000: Teaching Council registration, flights, temporary accommodation and moving your immediate family. Primary, intermediate and secondary teachers are also on New Zealand's Green List, with a direct path to residence. Funding is capped each year and paid first come, first served.

Who can apply

For fully qualified primary and secondary teachers registered with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand, with a full-time job of at least 12 months in a state or state-integrated school and a valid NZ work or resident visa. Apply within 3 months of starting work. Not for early childhood teachers (from 1 October 2026), independent or charter schools, or anyone who has had the grant before.

Type
Legal work route
Organisation
Ministry of Education (New Zealand)
Location
New Zealand
Field
Education · Primary and secondary teaching
Level
Professional
Deadline
Rolling (apply any time)
Pay or funding
Refund of proven relocation costs up to NZ$10,000, paid in one instalment.

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You'll go to workforce.education.govt.nz. ✓ Checked by PathAbroad when listed. Applications confirmed open on the official page: 7 November 2026. Official link working: 8 November 2026. Always confirm the deadline and requirements on the official page before you apply.

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